| Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
| Model | Audi Q7 | Ford Taurus | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 118.2 in | 112.9 in | 5.3 in |
| Length | 200.2 in | 202.9 in | -2.7 in |
| Width | 78.1 in | 76.2 in | 1.9 in |
| Height | 68.4 in | 60.7 in | 7.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 5015 lb. | 4015 lb. | 1000 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 20.0 gal. | 6.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 39.0 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 57.9 in | 0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 56.3 in | -56.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.9 in | -0.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 37.8 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.1 in | 56.9 in | 1.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.8 in | -55.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 38.1 in | -1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 35.4 in | 0.0 in | 35.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 48.6 in | 0.0 in | 48.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 29.2 in | 0.0 in | 29.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 107.6 in (over 3 rows) | 80 in (over 2 rows) | 27.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.9 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 | -9.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 40.1 ft3 | 20.1 | 20 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 88.7 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 | 68.6 ft3 |
| 2008 Audi Q7 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The middle seat of all the SUVs we looked at, had the most room to move furthest forward or backward to allow far rear seat passengers most accommodation. see full Audi Q7 review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat legroom is greater than other vehicles I evaluated in this category: Acura MDX, BMW X5, Mercedes ML; seats more plush; more cargo space. see full Audi Q7 review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 350-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front seats for long drives. see full Audi Q7 review |
| 2010 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Three adult room in the back seat - comfortably! see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front and rear seats are very comfortable. The back can be cramped with three passengers. The SL has heated front and rear seats which works great and are needed as the car heater is very slow to initially get warm. The heated steering wheel is also a nice touch. The seat fabric is soft but the light color might not wear well. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Leather appointed seats are like sitting in an easy chair. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Independently adjustable lumbar and cushion supports, individual front seat heaters, coolers and massagers for both the seat cushion and the back. Need I say more? see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Large enough, easy entry/exit see full Ford Taurus review |